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Clearing now open at the University of Brighton.

Students who already have their results can call: ☎️ 01273 644000

Students can also:

use self apply online form if phone lines are closed

book personalised book a Clearing callback

use the results day guide to understand results, UCAS points and next steps;

use the Clearing advice for parents/carers guide

book a campus visit;

join the online parent/carer Clearing Q&A on 11 August.

Explore the full range of University of Brighton courses available through Clearing

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Clearing Tips: Get THESE 5 things ready to apply in 2026

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Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

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For young people aged 15–18 who would like to:

build confidence, communication and leadership skills;

learn more about policing and the criminal justice system;

share their views with Sussex Police;

help shape how the police engage with young people across Sussex.

📱 Scan the QR code to find out more and apply

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27thJuly selection of local opportunities, including:

degree, IT, business and horticulture apprenticeships;

dental, early years and vehicle repair apprenticeships;

trainee and entry-level roles;

other local vacancies across Worthing and the surrounding area.

📍 Worthing, Littlehampton, Lancing, Shoreham, Hove and nearby areas

⏰ Check closing dates carefully

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University of Sussex – Results Day & Clearing

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University of Sussex – Results Day & Clearing

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📅 Thur 13 August 2026

🕗 Lines open 8am – 6pm
☎️ Clearing line: 01273 678 416

Students can contact Sussex through Clearing if they:

have not achieved the grades they hoped for;

achieved better results than expected;

have changed their mind about their course or university.

Students should have their UCAS ID and details of their GCSE and Level 3 results ready when they call.

Sussex also offers:

Foundation Year routes;

guaranteed accommodation for eligible Clearing applicants;

scholarships, bursaries and cost-of-living support;

campus tours and opportunities to speak to course academics.

Find out more:
https://www.sussex.ac.uk/clearing/index

Please share with students, parents and colleagues

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National Highways T Level Insight Sessions

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National Highways T Level Insight Sessions

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📅 T Levels Week – w/c 19 October 2026
💻 Free virtual sessions for schools

National Highways will explain:

what are T Levels;

range of subjects available;

how T Levels link to apprenticeships;

how a T Level can support future career choices.

Session dates:

Tue 20 October 2 – 2:45pm book here

Wed 21 Oct 10 – 10:45am book here

Please share with students, parents and colleagues who may find this useful.

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Free Royal Ballet and Opera Schools Design CPD

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Free Royal Ballet and Opera Schools Design CPD

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📅 Wed 30 September 2026
📍 Brighton MET – Central Campus
🎟️ Free, in-person and certified

KS1–3 teachers, inc subject specialists and general classroom teachers.

Session will support teachers to:

build confidence in teaching design;

use ready-to-go classroom resources;

develop pupils’ creativity, collaboration and problem-solving;

explore links with Design & Technology, Art & Design, STEM and the wider curriculum.

Delivered in partnership with Brighton MET Creative Industries.

Having supported the RBO Design Challenge for the past three years, we have seen the positive impact design-led learning can have on young people.

Find out more & book: Royal Ballet and Opera Schools

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💡view the EDT bulletin here

↘️ Menu icon in the bottom right hand corner - easy to navigate to different sections of the bulletin

❗Troubleshooting: issues accessing the bulletin? Try viewing in ‘Incognito’ mode or using a different browser.

If this does not work, email: lmi@educationdevelopmenttrust.com

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Universal Studios coming to UK – Y12 students can explore the sustainability challenge behind it

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Universal Studios coming to UK – Y12 students can explore the sustainability challenge behind it

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🥁 Universal United Kingdom Resort expected to open near Bedford in 2031 💥

This major new leisure destination brings huge transport, infrastructure, sustainability and issues - a perfect live challenge for young minds

The Bloxham Sustainability Challenge 2026/27 gives Year 12 students the chance to investigate this live issue:

How should East West Rail provide the most sustainable transport solution for the new Universal Studios development?

Students work in teams to:

🌍 Explore sustainability, transport and climate impact

🗺️ Use GIS and real-world data through ArcGIS for Schools

🏗️ Investigate a live infrastructure and development project

🤝 Hear from industry experts

🎓 Build evidence for careers, sustainability, and EPQ pathways

New for 2026/27, schools can also offer a Geospatial Innovation EPQ Pathway, co-developed with Pearson Edexcel, giving Y12 students the opportunity to gain a Level 3 EPQ worth up to half an A Level.

📅 National launch: Friday 18 Sept 2026
📍 Royal Geographical Society, London
💻 Available in person or by livestream
🎯 For Year 12 students

🔗 Register interest here

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Free careers and workplace readiness support for all schools

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Free careers and workplace readiness support for all schools

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Careers Leads can access free support to help students build essential skills, explore future pathways, experience the workplace and prepare for work.

2026/27 programme built on 4 key areas:

🧩 Building Essential Skills – develop vital skills

🧭 Navigating Careers – explore opportunities beyond their front door

🏢 Experience the Workplace – access meaningful workplace experiences

🚀 Ready to Work – prepare for future opportunities

Booking calendar now open (open til Aug 2027)

Weekly summer drop-ins available for schools who'd like to get started early.

Provided by Lloyds Banking Group for schools and colleges in England.

📩 email: skillsbuilder@lloydsbanking.com

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New Springpod Educator Portal – track student engagement in one place

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New Springpod Educator Portal – track student engagement in one place

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Springpod has a new free Educator Portal, built specifically for Careers Leaders

Schools and colleges can now:

📊 View student enrolments, completion rates and new sign-ups
📈 Track trends and year group data
📥 Export reports in one click
👥 Invite students directly via CSV and monitor individual engagement
🔎 Browse Springpod programmes without setting up a student account
🏆 View/download student certificates

Schools who've got a data sharing agreement will've received an email invite.

Need access? Complete the Springpod access form here

or email: jo.bishop@springpod.com

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Free end-of-term STEM activities with Neon

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Free end-of-term STEM activities with Neon

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Looking for easy ways to bring STEM careers to life before the summer holidays?

Neon connects classroom learning to real careers through free, quality-assured STEM experiences for younger learners and older students.

Activities can help students:

🔬 Explore real STEM roles and industries
👩‍💻 Connect with professionals and role models
💡 Tackle real-world challenges
✅ Take part in engaging activities with minimal prep

Featured opportunities include:

💻 I’m a Computer Scientist, Get me out of here – interactive live chats with real computer scientists

🏠 Skills Miner Home Energy – explore sustainability through gameplay

🤖 Tech She Can live lessons and assemblies – including AI in our world on 16 July

All experiences are free, easy to run and designed to connect learning with future careers.

🔗 Explore end-of-term STEM experiences: https://neonfutures.org.uk/collection/end-of-term-stem/?utm_source=ncw&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=endoftermneon26

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Running out of term time? Discover curated end-of-term STEM activities for every classroom — free, low-prep and available before summer.

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Year 12 Webinar Series: Degree Apprenticeships, LinkedIn & Summer Applications

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Year 12 Webinar Series: Degree Apprenticeships, LinkedIn & Summer Applications

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Looking for meaningful activities for Y12 students?

This Y12 Webinar Series covers three topics students consistently say they want more guidance on:

🎓 Degree Apprenticeships
💼 LinkedIn: Create a profile to stands out
☀️ 10 things you can do this summer to strengthen Uni/Apprenticeship applications

✔️ Live sessions
✔️ 45 minutes each
✔️ Designed for Year 12 students
✔️ Recordings sent immediately after each webinar for flexible use
✔️ Unlimited number of students

Cost: £45 per school for all three webinars

Schools can use the webinars as a live classroom activity or access the recordings afterwards and deliver them when suits.

Recordings available til 31 December 2026.

🔗 Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPaxqC2F6iGEtGqtFZvzqzFByySS4csokcB-plgTMnWJXzKA/viewform

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Free webinar for parents: Are you ready for GCSE results?

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Free webinar for parents: Are you ready for GCSE results?

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Results day can be nerve wracking for parents as much as students. This free 45-minute webinar will help parents feel more prepared to support their young person... whatever the results.

📅 Mon 17 August 2026
🕖 7 - 7.45pm
🎥 Live (register to receive replay)

The webinar will cover:

• How GCSE Results Day actually works
• 9 – 1 grades explained - in plain English
• What if results are higher or lower than expected, including re-marks & resits
• Understand A-Levels, BTECs & T-Levels
• How to have a calm, useful conversation with your child once results arrive

• Live Q&A

• Free to join online

🔗 register here: https://study.thedegreegap.com/gcse-results-day-webinar/

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National Saturday Club – Free Creative Programmes age 13 – 16 

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National Saturday Club – Free Creative Programmes age 13 – 16 

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Applications now open for the National Saturday Club 2026–27

Free Saturday programme to give young people the chance to build practical skills, grow in confidence and explore future study and career pathways through creative subjects.

Students benefit from industry encounters, expert tuition and the chance to learn outside the classroom.

Local opportunities include:

🎨 Northbrook Art & Design Saturday Club
📍 Goring-by-Sea

🎟️ Apply for the club here

🎬 CFI Academy Film & Screen Sat Club
📍 Crawley

🎟️ Apply for the club here

📅 Start from September 2026
🎟️ Free to attend
👥 For 13 – 16 year olds

Brilliant opportunity for students interested in art, design, film, screen and creative careers.

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National Saturday Club – Free Creative Programmes for age 13 - 16 

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National Saturday Club – Free Creative Programmes for age 13 - 16 

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Applications now open for National Saturday Club 2026–27

This free Saturday programme gives young people the chance to build practical skills, grow in confidence and explore future study and career pathways through creative subjects.

Students also benefit from industry encounters, expert tuition and learning outside the classroom.

Local opportunities include:

🎨 Northbrook College Art & Design Saturday Club
📍 Goring-by-Sea

🎟️ Apply here

🎬 CFI Academy Film & Screen Saturday Club
📍 Crawley

🎟️ Apply here

📅 Start from September 2026
🎟️ Free to attend
👥 For 13 – 16 year olds

Brilliant opportunity for students interested in art, design, film, screen and creative careers.

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University of Sussex Subject Masterclasses

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University of Sussex Subject Masterclasses

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Free one-day subject events for students considering university study and wanting to explore subjects beyond the classroom.

Geography Uncharted
📅 Tuesday 7 July
⏰ 10am – 2:30pm

Students can book their place here.

Politics Masterclass
📅 Thursday 9 July
⏰ 10:00am – 2:00pm

Students can book their place here.

These events support subject exploration, confidence and UCAS applications through meaningful enrichment.

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Free Apprenticeship Readiness Webinar Wed 15/7/26   6pm online

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Free Apprenticeship Readiness Webinar Wed 15/7/26   6pm online

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Free online session for students, parents, guardians, teachers and careers leads.

Get Apprenticeship Ready for 2027 will help students understand upcoming apprenticeship opportunities, key timelines, what employers look for and how to prepare early.

📅 Wednesday 15 July 2026
⏰ 6pm – 7:15pm
💻 Online
🎟️ Free to attend

Suitable for students considering apprenticeships after school or college, including those entering Sixth Form and younger students starting to explore future options.

more info & book here

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Thinking about apprenticeships after school or college? This is your chance to get ahead early. Join one of our biggest online apprenticeship launch events and hear directly from world-leading employers across multiple industries about the opportunities opening from Summer 2026 for September 2027 Apprenticeship Starts. Whether you already know your dream career or are still […]

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We’ve created this resource to help schools and colleges talk to students about local jobs, growing sectors, employers hiring and future pathways across West Sussex, Brighton & Hove.

Use it to support careers conversations, parent/carer engagement, curriculum links and informed choices after school or college.

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WSBH Careers Hub Labour Market Information

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Inspire your STEM students - register to prepare for November

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Inspire your STEM students - register to prepare for November

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Tomorrow’s Engineers Week is 9 - 13th November. This annual event encourages students to spark ideas and discover where a career in STEM could take them.

Shape our future is this year’s theme to show young people how engineering and technology tackle real-world issues they care about.

From the environment and sustainability to digital technologies and health, the Week will explore the challenges engineers and technicians need to solve in the future.

And how students can actively shape future solutions through a STEM career.

Lots of interactive activities for students aged 11 to 14 to engage with these challenges. They will also hear how the professionals tackle these topics.

Register now to receive free resources and activities when they’re released in the autumn.

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Get free resources, videos and lesson plans with Tomorrow’s Engineers Week. Inspire students with engineering and technology careers.

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Want to know about University AND Apprenticeships?   Learn more 8th Oct 2026

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Want to know about University AND Apprenticeships?   Learn more 8th Oct 2026

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Free events for students to explore university, apprenticeship and post-18 options, with universities and apprenticeship providers all in one place.

Students will meet Russell Group, red brick & modern universities and apprenticeship providers from leading employers. Also expert seminars on UCAS personal statements, degree apprenticeships & student finance.

📍 Brighton Amex Stadium
📅 Thursday 8 October

🎟️ Free to attend
🎓 For students exploring university and apprenticeships

Includes a dedicated Apprenticeship Hub, giving students the chance to speak one-to-one with experts about apprenticeship routes.

Schools can book or find out more by contacting: max@ukuniversitysearch.co.uk

Financial assistance with travel available for 50+ student groups (first come/first served. NB: ask Max early to secure this)

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Discover! Creative Careers – Remote Placements in July

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Discover! Creative Careers – Remote Placements in July

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Futures for All has a range of remote placements running through the rest of the summer term, helping students explore different careers across the creative industries.

Opportunities include areas such as gaming, film, PR, literature and more.

💻 Remote placements
📅 Running across the summer term

🎨 Focus: Creative careers
🎟️ Free student opportunities

Please share this with students interested in exploring the creative industries.

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Free Social Sciences Masterclass – University of Sussex 3/7/26

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Free Social Sciences Masterclass – University of Sussex 3/7/26

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Free one-day masterclass for students interested in studying social sciences offered by The University of Sussex

The day includes sessions on anthropology, sociology and criminology, delivered by Sussex academics, plus a chance to speak to current students.

📅 Friday 3 July 2026
⏰ 10am – 2pm
📍 University of Sussex
🎟️ Free to attend
🍴 £5 lunch voucher provided

Suitable for A-level students and anyone interested in finding out more about anthropology, sociology or criminology at university level.

Students can sign up individually or as a group using QR code on the poster.

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Free Apprenticeship Readiness Webinar Wed 15/7/26 6pm online

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Free Apprenticeship Readiness Webinar Wed 15/7/26 6pm online

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Free online session for students, parents, guardians, teachers and careers leads.

Get Apprenticeship Ready for 2027 will help students understand upcoming apprenticeship opportunities, key timelines, what employers look for and how to prepare early.

📅 Wednesday 15 July 2026
⏰ 6pm – 7:15pm
💻 Online
🎟️ Free to attend

Suitable for students considering apprenticeships after school or college, including those entering Sixth Form and younger students starting to explore future options.

more info & book here

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👷🏽‍♀️🏗️Post-16 Diversity & Inclusion in Construction Event - Brighton AMEX - 22nd October 2026

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👷🏽‍♀️🏗️Post-16 Diversity & Inclusion in Construction Event - Brighton AMEX - 22nd October 2026

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Building Inclusion. Shaping the Future. One Region at a Time.

This is more than an event this is where Education meets Industry, creating quality networking opportunities across the construction sector.

Featuring 6 conversations across 2 zones, Education and Industry designed to be open to each other, encouraging real dialogue, collaboration and innovation.

Each school or college can reserve 20 tickets for Post-16 students studying construction, engineering, built environment, geography or similar subjects here: Diversity and Inclusion In Construction 2026 Sussex Amex Stadium | Diversity and Inclusion in construction C.I.C

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Diversity 2026 event poster- ES-WS-B&Hove

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Free online mentoring for carers aged 16–18

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Free online mentoring for carers aged 16–18

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Brightside are offering Bright Carers, a free online mentoring programme for young carers aged 16–18.

The programme supports young people who are balancing school or college with caring responsibilities at home, helping them build confidence and think through their next steps after education.

The programme offers:

• flexible online mentoring
• support through messages, with optional video sessions
• personalised guidance that fits the young person’s situation
• a trained mentor to help them explore what comes next

Please share with relevant students, parents, carers and colleagues.

email: nicole.meek@brightside.org.uk

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Work experience back-up option for schools

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Work experience back-up option for schools

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For students who haven’t secured a work experience placement, this "I’m a…" offers a ready-to-go alternative.

Students take part in (up to) five 30-minute live chats with working professionals across science, engineering, maths, computer science and geography.

These are text-based chats and offer meaningful modern workplace encounters, underpinned by clear learning outcomes.

It’s free for state-maintained schools and academies, fits around the timetable and can even be run by cover teachers.

Short slide deck within the image with more information.

Find out more click here

Or email: support@imascientist.org.uk

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🏗️ Looking for Civil Engineering Apprenticeships?

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🏗️ Looking for Civil Engineering Apprenticeships?

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Check out this helpful resource highlighting top UK civil engineering apprenticeship opportunities.

The guide from My Great First Job brings together apprenticeship info from major employers like Arup, AECOM, Mott MacDonald, Balfour Beatty, Jacobs, Costain, Kier, WSP and more.

Fantastic resource for students exploring routes into civil engineering, construction, infrastructure and the built environment.

View the resource here

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Top 15 Civil Engineering Apprenticeships

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The interest in Apprenticeships in Civil Engineering has been unbelievable so we have updated the list of opportunities...here's the updated resource that could make life a little bit easier for you. 😊

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⚖️ Free virtual law insight programme for Y10, 11 & 12 students

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⚖️ Free virtual law insight programme for Y10, 11 & 12 students

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This free online programme is designed for students who are curious about law, apprenticeships and careers in the City.

No prior knowledge of law is needed.

10 live online sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays 5 – 6pm in June & July 2026.

Students will:

• understand how the City really works
• learn what City lawyers actually do
• explore routes into law, including apprenticeships
• hear from apprentices and lawyers at leading City firms
• start building skills for a future City law career

Sessions include leading firms such as Watson Farley Williams, CMS, Simmons & Simmons, RPC, A&O Shearman, Hogan Lovells, Broadfield, Burges Salmon, Slaughter and May and Freshfields.

Register here

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Tech She Can and National Careers Week are launching free virtual KS3 WEX Tech Week for ages 11–14 to celebrate work experience week

Students will explore future careers through technology, creativity and real-world challenges, including:

• AI and data
• sustainability
• digital creativity
• health tech
• future careers

Hear from industry role models, take part in hands-on challenges, build essential skills and receive certificates for each completed day.

Schools can join the full week or choose the days most relevant to their students.

Check out this and more resources here

Brilliant opportunity to support modern work experience and student awareness of careers in tech

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💡view the EDT bulletin here

↘️ Menu icon in the bottom right hand corner - easy to navigate to different sections of the bulletin

❗Troubleshooting: issues accessing the bulletin? Try viewing in ‘Incognito’ mode or using a different browser.

If this does not work, email: lmi@educationdevelopmenttrust.com

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Students can now apply for Dabbble’s work tasters - practical opportunities to develop skills and work experience at Evolve in June at the Brighton Centre

Roles include:

👋 Youth Welcome & Registration Assistant
📣 Youth Ambassador
🎮 VR & Interactive Experience Assistant
🎥 Content & Media Capture Assistant
🌿 Quiet Space & Wellbeing Support Assistant

5 brilliant opportunities for young people to build confidence and transferable skills whilst gaining insight into future pathways.

Apply here, be quick will go fast!

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Explore new dimensions of you! Co-created with young people like you, DABBBLE helps you discover and gain creative work experiences related to your interests.

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Willmott Dixon Interiors – Group Work Experience Programme

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Willmott Dixon Interiors – Group Work Experience Programme

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Willmott Dixon are offering a group work experience programme for Y10+ students who live or attend school in West Sussex.

Students work in teams to cost, plan and design a £30 million school, acting as construction contractors tendering against their peers.

The programme explores construction and business areas including sales and marketing, finance, interior design, costing, planning and sustainable design.

Format: 4-day hybrid placement
Location: Hybrid, first & final day at Willmott Dixon HQ in London
Times: 10 – 2pm (travel off-peak)
Cohort size: Min 8 and max 12 students
Suitable for: Year 10+

➡️ Any week in October 2026: 12 spaces

Perfect for students interested in construction, architecture, design, business, sustainability, finance, project management or the built environment.

Teachers/Careers Leads can register interest via this form

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🏥 NHS Employer Encounters Nov 2026 (register by 8thJuly)

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🏥 NHS Employer Encounters Nov 2026 (register by 8thJuly)

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Great opportunity for students from Y8 up to meet NHS staff and explore a wide range of careers.

Students will:
• Hear directly from staff in clinical and non-clinical roles
• Learn about career pathways and journeys
• Ask questions & network with professionals

📅 Events taking place November 2026
⚠️ Spaces are limited

👉 To register interest, email spft.wex@nhs.net by 8 July 2026 with no. places requested

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🎥 Nine to Five: Stacey Dooley – Careers TV Resource

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🎥 Nine to Five: Stacey Dooley – Careers TV Resource

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Useful careers resource for schools: Stacey Dooley takes 5 teens into different industries to experience real workplaces to explore what different jobs are really like.

Great for tutor time, careers lessons or work experience preparation.

Students can explore sectors including:
• Care
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Airports
• Farming
• Plumbing
• Zoos and more

💡 Ideal for sparking discussion around workplace skills, confidence, pathways and what young people will learn from real-world experience.

👉 Available here to watch

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💻 Springpod Virtual Work Experience – Explore Careers Online

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💻 Springpod Virtual Work Experience – Explore Careers Online

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Huge range of free virtual work experience programmes with leading employers and universities, all in one place.

Students can try out different careers, complete real-world tasks to gain insight into industries - from healthcare and engineering to business and media.

✨ Why use Springpod?
• Flexible, self-paced programmes
• Learn directly from industry professionals
• Build skills and earn certificates for CVs
• Accessible from anywhere — great alternative to in-person placements

👥 Typically suitable for ages 14+

👉 Explore opportunities here:

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💻 Work Experience – Online Opportunities

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💻 Work Experience – Online Opportunities

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Useful hub from Get Career Confident bringing together range of virtual work experience opportunities in one place.

Students can explore different sectors - from business and creative industries to STEM and healthcare through online tasks, videos, live sessions and interactive projects.

✨ Why consider virtual work experience?
• Access opportunities from anywhere
• Try out different careers and industries
• Build employability skills at own pace
• Great alternative if in-person placements aren’t available

👥 Typically suitable for ages 13+

👉 Explore opportunities here:

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💼 NatWest Thrive Work Experience (Years 8–10)

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💼 NatWest Thrive Work Experience (Years 8–10)

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Great opportunity for students in Years 8–10 to build confidence, skills and awareness of the world of work.

📅 6–10 July

👉 Register here

Includes a blend of online activities & in-school sessions, with NatWest colleagues delivering support, plus opportunities for some schools to visit NatWest hubs.

Part of the NatWest Thrive programme, designed to support young people to develop future skills, confidence and career awareness.

Useful option for students still looking for work experience this summer 👍

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↘️ Menu icon in the bottom right hand corner - easy to navigate to different sections of the bulletin

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If this does not work, email: lmi@educationdevelopmenttrust.com

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Bring the World Cup into your school with this free 40-minute pre-recorded event, exploring how tech shapes football - from player performance careers & data.

👥 For ages 7–17 | All genders

What students will gain:
• Meet role models in football & tech
• Explore careers in sport and technology
• Take part in short, interactive activities

📅 Available from 10 June
💻 Watch anytime during the World Cup

✅ Supports Gatsby Benchmark 5

👉 Secure your school’s spot here

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Select tickets – Football Fields: Creativity, Data and Insights – Pre-Recorded Video

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Football Fields: Creativity, Data and Insights – Pre-Recorded Video, Wed 10 Jun 2026 - World Cup celebration with InnovateHer!
This free, 40-minute, pre-recorded event is a great way to bring the World Cup into your school. The event will showcase how technology shapes the world of Football, from the players students…

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🌍 Careers for the Planet: Giving Nature a Voice through Law ⚖️

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🌍 Careers for the Planet: Giving Nature a Voice through Law ⚖️

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📅 Wed 15 April

🕓 4–5pm

📍 Zoom

Join Paul Powlesland Founder and Director of Lawyers for Nature to explore how law can help protect rivers, ecosystems and the natural world 🌿💧

Brilliant example of a green career path through law, advocacy and systems change.

Lawyers for Nature is a CIC and driven by mission not profit. Work includes the Rights of Nature movement, Nature on the Board, river guardianship and land stewardship models.

Register here

Sign up to the Earth Foundation newsletter for more inspiring events and opportunities linked to climate, wellbeing and careers for the planet.

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🌟 Free Tech Careers Resources – InnovateHer

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🌟 Free Tech Careers Resources – InnovateHer

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InnovateHer offers a range of free, flexible opportunities to inspire students, with a strong focus on careers in tech.

👩‍🏫 Suitable for girls in primary & secondary

What’s available:
📣 Virtual Assemblies & Role Model Talks
• Diversity in Tech
• Cyber Security
• Sports Tech
• Role Model talks with tech professionals

👉 Book an Assembly or Talk Here

💻 Online Learning Platform
• Self-paced resources
• Curriculum-linked activities + teacher packs

🌍 Special Events
• Pre-recorded sessions schools can watch anytime
• Teacher network for updates on future events

✅ All free and easy to fit into the school timetable

👉 Book / access resources via InnovateHer

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InnovateHer - Getting girls ready for the tech industry.

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Our free secondary school teaching resources give STEM teachers more. Fun curriculum-mapped lessons and videos designed for your classroom, powering the future.

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🎟 West Sussex, Brighton & Hove Careers Hub Events

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🎟 West Sussex, Brighton & Hove Careers Hub Events

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We run termly networking events, CPD and employer engagement sessions across the region - bringing together schools, colleges, training providers and employers.

👉 All free, book here

Why attend?
✅ Strengthen employer links
✅ Share best practice
✅ Stay ahead of national & local priorities
✅ Support Gatsby Benchmarks
✅ Connect with peers across Sussex

👉 View all upcoming events & book today

If you’re in careers education, these events are for you!
Let’s work together to ensure every young person is prepared for their next step.

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📘 Careers Guidance Isn’t Just Talking About Jobs... 

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This thoughtful article from Careers Education for All Weekly explores why careers education goes beyond job titles.

Janet Colledge explains why careers education should be embedded across the curriculum, not as an add-on, but as something that:

• Improves engagement and motivation
• Doesn’t increase teacher workload
• Supports Gatsby Benchmark 4
• Strengthens accountability and destinations
• Builds social capital for all students

This helpful blog will help Careers Leaders planning whole-school CEIAG INSET.

Practical, clear and aligned with 2026 expectations, with a ready-made INSET PowerPoint for subscribers.

👉 Read the full article here

Credit: Janet Colledge RCDP / Careers Education Substack

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📅 National Careers Week 2026 2nd - 7th March

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📅 National Careers Week 2026 2nd - 7th March

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Great time to talk to young people about their next steps like apprenticeships, university and other pathways.

💬 Talk about interests and strengths
🔍 Explore academic, vocational and work-based routes
🤝 Encourage work experience and real-world insight

Every journey is different and there’s many more than one route to success.

📥 Download & share the parent guide here: https://lnkd.in/efJyxSzu

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Careers Link Governors are invited to our termly online meetings to hear the Hub’s strategy and direction, connect with peers, and hear ideas to shape careers education in their schools.

📅 24 June 2026
🕔 5 – 6pm
💻 Online (Teams)

Agenda:
👋 Meet fellow Careers Link Governors
📌 Careers Hub update + guest speaker
🤝 Share best practice and challenges

Together, we can embed careers provision within School/College Development Plans so every young person has access to inspiration, guidance and opportunities.

👉 Sign up here:

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/westsussexbrightonhovecareershub/1816414

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Careers Hub - Regional Careers Link Governor Meeting

Dear Careers Link Governor,

Join us for our upcoming Careers Link Governor Meeting, where we'll be sharing the Careers Hub strategy and direction for the year ahead across our region. This is a valuable opportunity for Careers Link Governors to connect, collaborate, and contribute to shaping careers education in schools and colleges.

Dates - 12 th November, 11 th March and 24 th June 2026

Time: 5- 6pm

Location: Online - Through Teams

Our aim is to work together so that careers provision is embedded within the wider School or College Development Plan, ensuring every young person has access to the inspiration, guidance, and opportunities they need.
Agenda:

Introductions - Meet fellow Careers Link Governors from across the region

Overview of the Careers Hub - Including a guest speaker sharing insights and updates

Networking & Sharing Best Practice - Exchange ideas, successes, and challenges to strengthen our collective impact

Whether you're newly appointed or an experienced Careers Link Governor, your voice matters. Together, we can ensure that our young people are fully prepared for their next steps.

Let's work collaboratively to make careers education a central part of every school and college's vision.

Warm Regards

The Careers Hub

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Select tickets - Careers Hub - Regional Careers Link Governor Meeting - Teams

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Careers Hub - Regional Careers Link Governor Meeting - Teams, Multiple dates and times - Dear Careers Link Governor, Join us for our upcoming Careers Link Governor Meeting, where we'll be sharing the Careers Hub strategy and direction for the year ahead across our region.

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🚀 Engineering Tomorrow – Free 2 hr Live Labs for Schools over 2026

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🚀 Engineering Tomorrow – Free 2 hr Live Labs for Schools over 2026

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https://engineeringtomorrow.org/lab-day-events

Engineering Tomorrow delivers free engineer-led Live Labs to give secondary students meaningful encounters with engineering professionals and real-world problem solving. Ideal for Y8 – 9 (ahead of GCSE choices) but suitable for all secondary pupils

🗓️ Live Lab schedule (10 – 12 via Zoom):

🧪 10 Nov – Green Hydrogen (clean fuel + climate problem solving)

📩 To sign up: email your school name + address and numbers of staff/students to helen.cowper@engineeringtomorrow.org

For more details visit the website: https://engineeringtomorrow.org

🎥 Bonus: Through ET’s partnership with ET US, there's also recorded sessions for schools, like:

Engineering Tomorrow: Astrodynamics

Engineering Tomorrow: Magic of AI & Innovation

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📘 A message for Careers Leaders to share with parents/carers

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📘 A message for Careers Leaders to share with parents/carers

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Careers Guidance is... So Much More Than Talking About Jobs

This insightful article by Janet Colledge RCDP is a brilliant read for parents and carers to understand how careers professionals support young people in planning their futures.

It explains what careers guidance really is and why it’s not just a quick chat about job titles.

Good careers guidance helps young people make sense of their strengths, interests and choices, builds confidence, links education to future pathways, and supports wellbeing  - its not just about job titles!

➡️ Read the full article here and share with parents and carers

Credit: The Careers Education Substack / Janet Colledge RCDP

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Two secondary assembly talks exploring apprenticeships and future careers for KS 3 - 5 on TEAMS

🔧 Discover London Gatwick Apprenticeships:  From Runway to Real-World Engineering

📅 Mon 9 February 2026
🕣 8:40 – 9:10am

Hear from Dave, Apprentice Development Lead at Gatwick Airport, and Olivia, award-winning Engineering Apprentice, about:

• Engineering apprenticeships at Gatwick airport
• Skills developed through apprenticeships
• Real experiences & application tips

👉 Book here

🎓 From Learning to Earning: The Apprenticeship Advantage

📅 Friday 13 February 2026
🕣 8:40 – 9:10am

Join Julie, Principal of NESCOT College to explore:
• What it means to be an apprentice
• How to apply and prepare
• Key industries recruiting apprentices

👉 Book here

📧 Questions?  Email: thestemhub@canterbury.ac.uk

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From Runway to Real-World Engineering Discover London Gatwick Apprenticeships - 9 Feb 26

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🎓 UK University & Apprenticeship Search Fair – Amex Fri 20th March

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🎓 UK University & Apprenticeship Search Fair – Amex Fri 20th March

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UK University & Apprenticeship Search Fair returns to Amex Stadium, Brighton

📅 Friday 20 March

🕘 9:30am – 2:30pm

What’s on offer:
• Expert seminars on UCAS personal statements, degree apprenticeships, student finance and more
• Exhibitors like Russell Group, red brick & modern universities
• National & local apprenticeship employers
• Dedicated Apprenticeship Hub with specialist advice

Support for schools:
• Possible travel cost contribution for groups of 50+ (limited availability)
• Private teacher area with refreshments
• Dedicated event support on the day

👉 Full info here including schedule for day

📩 To book or find out more:
email max@ukuniversitysearch.co.uk

Great opportunity to help students explore post-16 & post-18 pathways in one place.

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📅 2 March: Catering
• Classroom-based (teacher logs-in with class)
• ⏱️ 1 hour
• 👥 Ages 11 – 19

📅 3 March: Care (General)
• Individual sign-up (students register themselves)
• ⏱️ 4 hours
• 👥 Ages 14 – 19

Great opportunities for students to explore real-world careers through virtual work experience.

👉 book via email: experience@futuresforall.org

any questions, please email:

siobhan.carslake@careuk.com

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🎓 Ready for National Apprenticeship Week? 

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🎓 Ready for National Apprenticeship Week? 

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The Sussex Apprenticeship Bootcamp (SAB) is a 6-part online programme helping students explore and apply for apprenticeships, from research to interviews with real employer insight.

What’s included:
• Six live (and recorded) sessions
• Employer speakers
• Student workbooks & resources
• Catch-up access and certificates

👥 For Years 10 – 13
✔ Supports Gatsby Benchmarks 5 & 7

💷 Cost:
• £150 per school (unlimited access)
• £25 per student (individual)

👉 Find out more: https://www.apprenticeshipbootcamp.info/

Intro video: https://vimeo.com/1098795339?p=0s

Email: carl@manifest-coaching.info

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🎬 1 Week to Go: ERIC Careers Library Launches

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🎬 1 Week to Go: ERIC Careers Library Launches

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ERIC’s on-demand careers library launches 6am Mon 9 February, kicking off National Apprenticeship Week.

The library features short, engaging careers talks designed for schools & colleges, supporting students to explore career pathways in a flexible way.

📅 Key dates:
• 9 February – Library goes live
• 2 March – New talks added for National Careers Week

• Available all year, with new content added regularly

📊 A full list of talks available to help with planning will go live on Mon 9th Feb

👉 Not registered yet?
Register here to access the library and receive launch updates.

Great resource for careers lessons, tutor time, assemblies and independent learning.

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🚧 National Apprenticeship Week – National Highways Webinars📅 wc 9 February

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National Highways is hosting a series of free online webinars for students, parents and carers interested in apprenticeships.

🕒 Webinar dates:
• Mon 9 Feb 4 – 5pm
• Tue 10 Feb 5 – 6pm
• Fri 13 Feb 12 – 1pm

What you’ll learn:
• What National Highways do
• Their 16 apprenticeship options
• How the application process works
• Tips from the recruitment team
• Real experiences from apprentices
• Live Q&A

A great introduction to apprenticeships and skills for life.

Register here

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National Apprenticeship week is on its way so join our webinar where we will be discussing all things apprenticeships!

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🎓 Learn about diverse apprenticeship opportunities from InnovateHer in 20 min session

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🎓 Learn about diverse apprenticeship opportunities from InnovateHer in 20 min session

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Great resource to use during National Apprenticeship Week - suitable for classrooms, homework or extracurricular clubs.

⏱️ 20-minute activity helping students understand what apprenticeships are and the opportunities they offer.

What’s included:
• Mock apprenticeship application
• Real apprentice role model (Amber) sharing her journey
• Clear links to Gatsby Benchmarks 2, 3 & 5

👉 Access the resource here

Ideal for students exploring apprenticeship pathways.

InnovateHer is all about creating a world where there is no gender gap. By focusing on education, we inspire women+ and non-binary teens, showing them they are capable of more.

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Enjoy the latest edition of the British Army newsletter, filled with exciting updates and resources for your students.

This month’s highlights:

• LGBTQ+ Voices lesson and assembly materials
• World Music Day resources to support music career conversations
• New parent podcast sharing real family experiences of the Army application process

For more details or to book a talk, email rg-nrcoutreachadmin@mod.gov.uk.

or call 0345 600 8080 and choose ‘Outreach’

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🎖️ British Army Apprenticeships Webinar Tue 3rd Feb 4 - 5pm

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🎖️ British Army Apprenticeships Webinar Tue 3rd Feb 4 - 5pm

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Are your students interested in a career with adventure, real-world skills and recognised qualifications?

📅 Tuesday 3 February 2026
🕓 4 – 5pm
💻 Online

Why attend?
• Explore roles in engineering, logistics, healthcare, IT and more

• Learn how students can earn while they learn

• Hear directly from soldiers and apprentices about training and Army life

A great opportunity to support your careers programme and meet Gatsby Benchmarks by giving students insight into real employment pathways.

👉 Register here and consider attending with your students to support their career journey.

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Brilliant resource for age 14 - 21 from ERIC.

Netflix-style, on-demand library of short creative careers talks is designed for schools, colleges and universities.

🎥 What’s included:
• Bite-sized career talks (10–15 minutes)

• Ideal for assemblies, tutor time, PSHE, careers lessons & homework

• Content for students, teachers and careers teams

• New talks added throughout the year

📅 Key info:

🔔 Register here

Great new tool to support creative careers exploration all year round.

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🎬 New Creative Careers Resource Launches February 2026

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🎬 New Creative Careers Resource Launches February 2026

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Brand new resource for 14 - 21 students is launching this February from ERIC.

Netflix-style, on-demand library of short creative careers talks is designed for schools, colleges and universities.

🎥 What’s included:
• Bite-sized career talks (10–15 minutes)

• Ideal for assemblies, tutor time, PSHE, careers lessons & homework

• Content for students, teachers and careers teams

• New talks added throughout the year

📅 Key dates:

👉 Launches Mon 9 February

(National Apprenticeship Week)

👉 More talks released Mon 2 March (National Careers Week)

🔔 Register here to get access and launch-day updates:

Great new tool to support creative careers exploration all year round.

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🏗️ Work Experience in Construction – Thakeham apply now

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🏗️ Work Experience in Construction – Thakeham apply now

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Thakeham are a sustainable UK housebuilder creating zero carbon homes and connected communities with people, planet and quality at heart.

📣 Year 10 & Year 12 work experience placements for 2026 are now open.

Work Experience Weeks 2026:
• Year 10: 29 April – 1 May (3 days)
• Year 12: 1 – 5 June
• Year 12: 8 – 12 June
• Year 10: 29 June – 3 July

📝 Application deadline: 31 January 2026

👉 Apply here: 2026 Work Experience Placement Application

A great opportunity for students interested in construction, sustainability and the built environment.

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Thakenham Work Experience letter to Schools 2026

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🎤 National Speak Out Challenge – help students master public speaking

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🎤 National Speak Out Challenge – help students master public speaking

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Please share with Heads of English & Literacy and/or Careers staff.

The Speakers Trust (UK’s largest youth public speaking charity) is launching a new programme to build oracy, confidence and communication skills in Year 10.

What schools receive:
• Teacher CPD (in person)
• In-school student workshop
• Ready-to-use GCSE English Speaking & Listening resources
• Digital twilight CPD
• Entry to the National Speak Out Challenge competition

✅ Open to all schools in England
🌍 Extra live workshops/events for Sussex schools

Programme built on 20+ years’ experience and has supported over half a million Y10 students nationwide.

Sign up here to book your place on the 2025-26 programme.

And visit speakoutchallenge.com to register your account for free resources.

⚠️ Limited spaces – book early

Exact dates will be confirmed and schools can select preferred workshop dates via the booking form.

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🎖️ British Army: Behind Camo: What’s in it for you?

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🎖️ British Army: Behind Camo: What’s in it for you?

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A four-part virtual series that lifts the lid on what life in the British Army is really like.

Register here to learn directly from serving soldiers as they share honest stories about:

• Career paths might not expect
• Qualifications & skills you gain
• Roles in engineering, healthcare & tech
• Earning degrees while serving
• What day-to-day Army life is actually like

The online series tackles common myths with real experiences and humour - perfect for anyone curious about Army careers or unsure if they’re ‘Army material’

👉 Register Today

Army life is more diverse, supportive and rewarding than many expect.

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⚖️ Legal Apprenticeships Virtual Insight 16th Dec 🕟 4:30–6pm 

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Find out about Paralegal and Solicitor Apprenticeships at Pinsent Masons in this online event.

Hear from the Early Talent Team and current apprentices, get application advice and join a live Q&A.

Perfect for students, parents, teachers and careers advisers.

👉 Spaces are limited – sign up early!

For more info visit the Pinsent Masons Apprenticeships webpage here

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⚖️ Interested in Law Higher or Degree Apprenticeships?

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⚖️ Interested in Law Higher or Degree Apprenticeships?

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📘 Download a list of the Top 20 Law Apprenticeship Opportunities in the UK

This is really useful free resource for students exploring legal pathways. Its a great starting point for researching roles, entry requirements and employers offering legal apprenticeships.

👉 Click here to download

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Apprenticeship Opportunities at Top UK Law Firms

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We know that a whole bunch of you are interested in Apprenticeships in Law… so here’s a resource that could make life a little bit easier for you. 😊

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💡Tips to view the EDT bulletin:

↘️ Menu icon in the bottom right hand corner - easy to navigate to different sections of the bulletin

❗Troubleshooting: issues accessing the bulletin? Try viewing in ‘Incognito’ mode or using a different browser.

If this does not work, email: lmi@educationdevelopmenttrust.com

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Degree Apprenticeship Application Tracker FREE 

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Degree Apprenticeship Application Tracker FREE 

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Share this Apprenticeship Application Tracker from My Great First Job with your students.

This free tool will support students keep track of the applications they have made.

👉 Download tracker here:

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Keep track of the progress of each of your apprenticeship applications with our FREE application tracker form. Our simple to complete form comes with easy instructions and will make sure you are 'in the know' about every application you make.

Download and save to your own drive to capture every step of your path to landing your apprenticeship role.

Degree Apprenticeship tracker V1.0 .xlsx

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FREE Degree Apprenticeship Application Tracker

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Keep track of the progress of each of your apprenticeship applications with our FREE application tracker form. Our simple to complete form comes with easy instructions and will make sure you are 'in the know' about every application you make.

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👥 One-to-One University Interview Support

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👥 One-to-One University Interview Support

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The University of Brighton is offering online 30-minute 1:1 interview preparation sessions for students from partner colleges.

Speak directly with an Outreach Coordinator for personalised advice and guidance.

Choose a date/time that suits you and you’ll receive an email confirming your slot and joining details. You need to access Microsoft Teams for the meeting.

👉 Book your 1:1 session:
https://www.brighton.ac.uk/studying-here/applying-to-brighton/schools-colleges/events/interview-preparation.aspx

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Go Construct is a brilliant website for anyone interested in a career in the construction and built environment sector. It showcases the huge range of roles available - from design and engineering to project management and skilled trades.

The site supports people from all backgrounds to discover pathways into an exciting, expanding industry that plays a major role in shaping the UK’s homes, infrastructure and workplaces.

👉 Explore construction resources, careers info and opportunities here

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Five Ideas for Meeting Gatsby Benchmark 4 in KS3 Citizenship 👉 Highly recommended blog for Careers Leaders & Teachers!   

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Five Ideas for Meeting Gatsby Benchmark 4 in KS3 Citizenship 👉 Highly recommended blog for Careers Leaders & Teachers!   

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If you are looking for practical ideas, tools and lesson plans to support Gatsby Benchmark 4, this post from The Careers Education Substack by Janet Colledge RCDP is a brilliant read.

It explores how Citizenship at KS3 can link powerfully with careers learning - especially around themes like:

• Ethical and green jobs

• Volunteering
• Community action
• Public service careers

Janet highlights how Citizenship’s core aim - understanding the role of public institutions, voluntary groups and active citizenship provides rich opportunities for meaningful CEIAG connections.

Perfect for careers leaders & subject teachers wanting to embed careers learning across the curriculum in a purposeful way.

💡 Insightful, practical and ready to use in the classroom.

📖 Read the full article here: Five Ideas for Meeting Gatsby Benchmark 4 in KS3 Citizenship

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🌍 COP30 WildHearts Global Youth Summit – resources now live!  

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🌍 COP30 WildHearts Global Youth Summit – resources now live!  

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Here’s your chance to take part virtually!

Explore free classroom and school-wide resources created with Nestlé, Siemens, BNP Paribas, Linklaters, Zurich Insurance, Wesleyan and Clyde & Co.

💡 What’s included:

📘 Lesson Plans – 45-minute sustainability lessons linking global issues to real-world action.

🎤 Business for Good Podcasts – Inspiring stories from young people building purpose-driven careers.

🏫 Assemblies – Ready-to-deliver how youth and business can drive change.

💼 Competition (Jan 2026) – Empower students to create real community impact.

✨ Explore key themes like employability, sustainability and innovation to connect learning to the real world.

👉 Download free resources: wildheartsschools.com/global-youth-summit

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WildHearts Schools - Inspiring the leaders our world deserves

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The WildHearts Global Youth Summit - WildHearts Schools

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The WildHearts Global Youth Summit has returned for COP30, inviting school students from around the world to learn & collaborate to create a sustainable future.

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New Reports: High-Quality & High-Impact Work Experience for All

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New Reports: High-Quality & High-Impact Work Experience for All

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Futures for All has published two new reports outlining key recommendations to help make the government’s proposed two weeks of work experience truly impactful for every young person.

You can read the report here

Their Framework of High-Quality Work Experience report is here

Let’s work together to make work experience meaningful, inclusive and transformative. 🌟

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Our thorough and independent research identifies the real-world causes of low social mobility and promotes effective solutions through career guidance.

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🎉 WSCC National Apprenticeship Week 2026 9 – 15 February 2026  #NAW26

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🎉 WSCC National Apprenticeship Week 2026 9 – 15 February 2026  #NAW26

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Join West Sussex County Council in celebrating apprenticeships and discover how they can benefit your school community.

💻 Webinar line-up:

• 10 Feb: Transform Your School Workforce with Funded Apprenticeship Training – for school leaders

• 11 Feb: Becoming an Apprentice – all staff

• (Various dates): Apprenticeship-Specific Sessions – hosted by Level 6 Career Development Pro training providers

👉 Full details HERE

#NAW26! 🌟

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National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (#NAW26)

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Please note: this information is for West Sussex County Council school staff. The WSCC Apprenticeships Team does not accept external CV submissions/applications; please use the WSCC jobs board to

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🌍 Youth Insights Programme - Modern Work Experience

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🌍 Youth Insights Programme - Modern Work Experience

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Youth Insights Panels can be real world work experience.

Free, flexible opportunity for young people aged 14–19 to gain real-world insights into energy, sustainability and innovation from By Solutions for the Planet

Each Youth Insights Panel connects young people directly with a major UK company over a 12-month period, outside of school hours. Participants gain valuable employability skills while contributing to live business challenges.

✔ 6 hrs of online panels with business professionals
✔ 6 hrs of independent learning
✔ Fully online & outside school hours
✔ Aligned with SkillsBuilder Level 3 and Modern Work Experience expectations

📩 Schools can register for priority access:

👉 Teacher sign-up here

👉 Student sign-up here

any queries? email: youthinsights@solutionsfortheplanet.co.uk

Help students build skills, confidence and become future-ready! 🌱

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The Green Careers Hub has great resources to showcase environmental and sustainability professions to inspire your students. The introduction to Green Careers slide deck includes teacher notes, videos and activities to share in the classroom: click here to download

Students get an insight into green careers across ALL industries and sectors. They will also hear real life stories and learn about career journeys.

The UK needs two million green jobs by 2030 if it’s going to stay on track to meet its Net Zero target. The government’s Green Jobs Taskforce estimates that one in five jobs will be affected by the transition to a low-carbon economy.

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Green Careers Week 2025 - Green Careers Hub

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Green Careers Week is a national campaign to promote green jobs and skills in the UK. Find out how the Green Careers Hub is taking part.

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🚧 National Highways Virtual Work Experience – Free Career Challenges 🚧

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🚧 National Highways Virtual Work Experience – Free Career Challenges 🚧

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Participants receive a certificate of virtual work experience and recorded industry assessment.

Students explore how data shapes transport networks with National Highways’ free programme - with 1,400 students across England taking part!

Students take a series of real-world career challenges to build essential skills in:

📊 Problem solving
📈 Data analysis
🗣️ Storytelling

These challenges explain into how data drives decisions in the transport industry, exploring themes such as safety, road connectivity and sustainability.

Participants will dive into mock data sets, present their findings and gain a virtual work experience certificate - all completely free.

💡 Perfect for students interested in STEM, data or real-world impact careers.

👉 Register here and get full access to resources and recordings

Inspire a new generation of data-driven innovators to build roads of the future! 🌍

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Digdata - a Data Inspiration Group programme

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National Highways career challenges library resource - Digdata - a Data Inspiration Group programme

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We are the Data Inspiration Group, a dedicated team connecting young people, parents and educators with leading data industry companies and professionals across the UK, we call these our data champions.

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Please email Katherine Jones (Katherine.Jones@wates.co.uk) for other ads

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Six new apprenticeship positions Moulsecoomb Brighton 

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Six new apprenticeship positions Moulsecoomb Brighton 

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Six apprenticeship positions available Moulsecoomb Development Project, Brighton.

Roles Available:

x2 Site Engineer Apprentices

x1 Quantity Surveyor Apprentice

x2 Formwork Carpenter Apprentices

x1 Business Administrator Apprentice

Location: Moulsecoomb BN2 4RW

Request All Job Ads: Katherine Jones (Katherine.Jones@wates.co.uk)

Please send CVs and covering letters to:

Gareth Davis (gdavies@oliverconnell.com)

and copy in: Katherine Jones (Katherine.Jones@wates.co.uk)

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Formwork Carpenter Apprenticeship Advert - Oliver Connell - Brighton

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🌿Parents’ Guide to Green Careers 2025 Edition - out now! 🌿

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🌿Parents’ Guide to Green Careers 2025 Edition - out now! 🌿

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FREE practical guide for parents and carers to help their teens explore future careers that make a difference.

From sustainability and renewable energy to eco-design and green innovation, this guide helps families:

✅ Understand what “green careers” really means
✅ Discover routes into sustainable jobs – after GCSEs, sixth form or university
✅ Start meaningful conversations about the future
✅ Access resources, quizzes and work experience ideas

📘 Download your FREE copy here

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📘 October Edition: Higher & Degree Apprenticeship Vacancy Listing

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📘 October Edition: Higher & Degree Apprenticeship Vacancy Listing

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Looking for a Higher or Degree Apprenticeship?

The latest October edition of the national vacancy listing is out now, featuring 1,600 apprenticeship opportunities with more than 50 leading employers - including the BBC, British Army, Unilever, IBM, EDF and JPMorgan Chase.

💼 Inside the listing:
✅ Vacancy details from 50+ employers
✅ Location and salary information
✅ Direct application links

📥 Download the October listing:
👉 Higher & Degree Apprenticeships | Amazing Apprenticeships

✨ Teacher resources here with 6 ways to use the listing in your lessons!

🗓️ The Higher & Degree Listing is published twice a year - next edition January 2026.

📩 Want to stay updated?
Register here to receive January edition

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Are you looking for inspiring, ready-to-share content about careers in science, horticulture and the natural world?

Royal Botanic Gardens Kew has a wonderful green careers hub where pupils can:

🔍 Discover skills for green careers

🌱 Day in the life video's of Kew staff
🌼 Be inspired by real stories from Kew

Resources for your lessons, assemblies or careers sessions will help students see the many ways they can work with the natural world.

👉 Teachers

Sign up here to receive Kew's free teaching resources about plant and environmental science

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An interview with James Wong | Endeavour

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2024 film - students turn climate action into real skills

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💡Teachers - ready to spark innovation in your classroom this year?  Funded spaces for Sussex Schools 

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💡Teachers - ready to spark innovation in your classroom this year?  Funded spaces for Sussex Schools 

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The Young Green Briton Challenge (YGBC) is a FREE national programme for students aged 11–16, bringing climate action into schools in an inspiring, practical and fully supported way.

There’s fully funded spaces available for Sussex schools (inc state, specialist and alternative provision) - but be quick, application deadline is Fri 7 November!

🎯 Who: Whole year groups (Y7 - 10)
🌍 What: School-based climate action projects

Your school will get:
✨ Expert-led workshops & resources
✨ Curriculum links & green skills pathways
✨ A chance for students to shine at national awards

Students explore real-world sustainability topics: from biodiversity and green energy to fast fashion and the circular economy then design entrepreneurial solutions to make a local impact.

Top teams go on to pitch at regional and national events for further investment!

💡 Why take part:
✅ 14,000+ students empowered nationwide
✅ 91% better understand climate change
✅ 82% feel hopeful and ready to lead change

👉 Explore Young Green Briton Challenge here

📩 or email: info@si4a.net

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💬 Support Young People with Universal Credit   'Help to Claim' advice available via Citizens Advice

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💬 Support Young People with Universal Credit   'Help to Claim' advice available via Citizens Advice

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Are you working with young people who may need financial support while studying, job seeking or starting work?

Citizens Advice offers free, confidential advice - guiding young people step-by-step to apply for Universal Credit, from starting an application to receiving their first correct payment.

📄 Under 25s and Universal Credit Factsheet - please share this handy factsheet to help young people understand eligibility, how payments work & where to get support.

🔗 Contact Citizens Advice here

✨ Empower young people with the information and confidence they need to access the support they’re entitled to.

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Under 25s and Universal Credit factsheet

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📢 The Youth Voice Census 2025 Report is Live!

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📢 The Youth Voice Census 2025 Report is Live!

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Over 8,000 young people across the UK have shared their views on education, work, wellbeing and the future.

Key insights:

⚖️ Young people feel stuck between extremes – neutral responses rising across life satisfaction, safety & career prep.

🧠 Wellbeing is fragile – support improves in education/work, but those furthest from opportunity are falling behind.

🚪 Opportunities narrowing – education support grows, but career chances decline.

💡 Skills up, confidence down – many feel less work-ready despite growing abilities.

💼 Future of work – jobs can be positive, but stress & insecurity are rising.

👉 Must-read for educators, youth workers & employers.

Read the full report here: Youth Employment UK | Home

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🎓 Free Professional Development for Teachers & Career Leaders

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🎓 Free Professional Development for Teachers & Career Leaders

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Delivered by the Russell Group (via Advancing Access) to help support students’ progression to Russell Group universities.

💡 What’s on offer?

CPD workshops – online or in-person at your school/college

Russell Group Teacher Conferences – expert insights

Live online events & webinars – keep up to date with HE developments

Online resources & activity sheets – for both teachers and students

Self-guided modules – flexible CPD you can complete anytime

All training is high-quality, practical and completely free – funded by the 24 Russell Group universities.

👉 Find out more: www.advancingaccess.ac.uk
or email: enquiries@advancingaccess.ac.uk

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🎭 Paid Work Experience in Theatre & Storytelling

For young people aged 16–25 with experience of living in care

✨ Raising The Roof by Playing ON is a 10-week paid programme offering care-experienced young people the chance to:

Meet weekly on Zoom

Build confidence and storytelling skills

Create performances inspired by real-life stories

Perform in a professional theatre this December 🎉

👉 Find out more: Raising The Roof — Playing ON

📧 Or email info@playingon.org.uk to register your interest

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UK's LARGEST FACEBOOK TV AND FILM JOBS COMMUNITY WITH 135K MEMBERS.

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UK's LARGEST FACEBOOK TV AND FILM JOBS COMMUNITY WITH 135K MEMBERS.

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UK’s LARGEST FACEBOOK TV AND FILM JOBS COMMUNITY WITH 135K MEMBERS. JOIN US!

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🩺 Interested in a career in the NHS England?

Did you know there are 350+ career opportunities in NHS England? So, there really is something for every #student.

🩺 To find out more, Year 9 students can join 4 events this autumn to find out more.

🏥 The events, at 4 hospitals, will feature presentations from some of the more unusual as well as the anticipated clinical & medical and Allied Health Professions.

🧑‍🎓 Students will be encouraged to meet our staff at the marketplace and to enjoy individual conversations with our staff.

Please use the email address in the image to register.

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NHS Sussex Partnership Work Experience - now open!

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NHS Sussex Partnership Work Experience - now open!

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NHS webpages are now live along with applications for our October 2025 cohort.

https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/about-us/get-involved/work-experience#:~:text=We%20run%20a%20work%20experience,us%20can%20be%20very%20fulfilling.

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Register for real-world science challenges and career-linked resources to get a free poster!

Careers connections resources and Green Skills Unlocked course connect classroom learning to real-life career paths – giving teachers the tools to inspire students to explore futures they may never have imagined. We are committed to reaching those schools, teachers and children who need it the most.

Periodic table poster (detailed) | Energising Futures

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Periodic table poster (detailed) | Energising Futures

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A classroom poster of the periodic table (with lanthanides and actinides).

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Frontier Economics insight day | Frontier Economics

Economics Insight Day! Will be hosting this for sixth form students (year 12 and 13 as of September 2025) who are interested in finding out more about studying Economics at degree level and what can be done with an economics degree thereafter. We are looking to open the programme to as many students as possible and hope that you would be able to share this opportunity with any interested students.

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Combining economics with behavioural sciences gives us a richer picture of the present and helps us take the right decisions for the future

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‘Lift Off ’: CAA Virtual Work Experience

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‘Lift Off ’: CAA Virtual Work Experience

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The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is once again partnering with Springpod, a specialist careers platform,

to deliver a virtual work experience programme. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding

of the CAA’s crucial role in promoting innovation and ensuring safety within the industry.

This unique programme allows young people to take a closer look at the regulation of aerospace and

aviation, and the responsibilities of the CAA. It includes interactive activities, quizzes and an exclusive

live talk, offering young people an engaging and exciting introduction to the sector. Modules range from

drones and future technologies, to employability skills, with a certification of completion provided.

Please share this with your networks, as this programme offers valuable knowledge

and experience for anyone interested in a career in aviation, or who are simply

curious to learn more about the industry. This opportunity is open to anyone over the

age of 13, and it runs from 21st July 2025 to 31st December 2025.

Click here for more information.

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skills workshops link core curriculum subjects

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skills workshops link core curriculum subjects

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Rise is working in partnership with The Talent Foundry to deliver skills workshops to students at schools in areas of low social mobility across the UK.

The Steps to Rise is a series of activities designed for students aged between 14 to 16 that will test and engage them to work collaboratively and in ways that are both familiar to the classroom and relevant to the workplace.

Rise

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Rise Initiative: Empowering young people from underserved communities with the skills and opportunities they need to succeed in life.